By Emily WilliamsWhen Mike Mouron was first told he would be receiving the Mountain Brook Chamber of Commerce’s 2020 Jemison Visionary Award, it was a complete surprise. He wasn’t even aware he had been in the running for the award, which is given annually to someone who has gone above and beyond to help the city.“I don’t think I realized the magnitude of it,” … [Read more...]
A Lot Like Manhattan: Couple Finds the Walkable Community They Were Looking for in Renovated Eastbury
By Sam PrickettWhen it was announced last year that the Hill luxury apartments in Homewood were being transformed into the Eastbury – a 122-unit condominium development – Ronald Chaffin and Evgeniya Koshelyaevskaya were in the process of buying a house in Homewood. But that announcement, they say, made them change their plans. Now, they’re scheduled to … [Read more...]
Minimize to the Max: Embridge Homes Embraces the “Jewel Box” Trend, Offering Luxury-Living in Smaller Spaces
By Emily WilliamsDownsizing to a smaller home no longer means downgrading your lifestyle to fit in a smaller space. With the “jewel box” house trend taking over, buying a smaller home in a new community often includes an upgrade.The trend toward smaller houses with quality materials and detailing along with custom built-ins has been growing steadily for more than a … [Read more...]
Save the Salamanders and Shades Creek: Festival Marks the Annual Migration of the Elusive Salamander
By Sam PrickettNature lovers of all ages will gather at Shades Valley Community Church on Saturday for the annual Salamander Festival, an event that mixes arts and crafts, music and education in an effort to raise awareness of Homewood’s ecological diversity. The event is sponsored by the Friends of Shades Creek, an organization dedicated to the protection and … [Read more...]
Leadership Vestavia Hills to Honor 2019 Community Awards Winners
A new year has arrived, and it’s time for Leadership Vestavia Hills to reflect on the past year. The community leadership program will host its 2019 Community Awards dinner Feb. 25 at Vestavia Country Club, presenting awards to Dr. Audie Woolley and Gina and John Henley. Dr. Audie WooleyWoolley, chief of pediatric otolaryngology at Children’s of … [Read more...]